Electrical Engineer
3 days ago
Paris
SatPort is the world’s leading carrier-neutral ground infrastructure platform, purpose-built to support the next generation of satellite operators. Backed by long-term capital from global investment organization EQT, SatPort delivers build-to-suit teleport and gateway solutions for LEO, MEO, and GEO constellations. We combine deep operational expertise with the financial strength to fund, develop, and scale mission-critical infrastructure globally. Our model enables customers to lock in predictable operating costs across the full asset lifecycle, eliminating capital burden and operational complexity. Orbitally agnostic and globally distributed, SatPort provides secure, resilient, and strategically located infrastructure, allowing operators to focus on space while we power their ground networks. For more information visit satport.com or contact via email: Electrical Engineer - multiple locations Satport is seeking a Civil Structural Engineer to design and deliver ground network infrastructure supporting satellite and communications operations in GEO, MEO and LEO orbits. The role focuses on antenna foundations, equipment bases, cable routes, buried services, utility infrastructure, and associated civil works within secure, mission-critical environments. The successful candidate will develop safe, resilient, and high-availability structural solutions, working closely with multidisciplinary engineering teams to ensure infrastructure meets operational, regulatory, and program requirements. Strong technical capability combined with practical site experience in the SatCom world is essential. Key Responsibilities: • Design, develop, and validate electrical systems including AC/DC power distribution, UPS and battery backup, standby generators, automatic transfer switches (ATS) and low/high voltage systems for satellite ground station facilities, • Develop electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, layouts, and technical documentation, • Perform system integration, testing, and troubleshooting of electrical components and subsystems, • Ensure compliance with relevant safety, quality, and industry standards, • Support installation and commissioning of electrical systems at ground stations or project sites, • Collaborate with mechanical, RF, and software engineering teams to ensure seamless system integration, • Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions for system faults or failures, • Support procurement by evaluating technical specifications of electrical components and vendors, • Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives to enhance system performance, reliability, and cost efficiency Essential Knowledge & Skills: • Proven experience in ground infrastructure, especially during the build phase of the program (heavy foundations, equipment supports, utilities), • Relevant experience in electrical system design, industrial systems, for ground infrastructure projects, • Strong knowledge of power systems, grounding, protection systems, and control systems, • Proficiency in electrical design software (e.g., AutoCAD Electrical, EPLAN, or similar), • Experience with PLCs, SCADA systems, or industrial automation is preferred, • Understanding of EMI/EMC principles (especially relevant in telecom/satellite environments, • Familiarity with relevant electrical codes and international standards, • Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills, • Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications, • Strong communication skills and ability to work in cross-functional teams This role is based in Paris and requires occasional travelling.